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Arwyp Medical Centre has continued the upgrades to its ground floor reception and admissions area. Recently upgraded facilities have been the admissions and pre-admissions departments and the coffee shop. The most recent revamp has been to the hospital’s gift shop and to the ground floor public toilets. Renovations to the pharmacy are currently underway. All renovations to date have run on schedule and expectations are that Arwyp’s brand new pharmacy to be located on the ground floor...

In acknowledgement of National Stroke Week, Dr Tsikane, Arwyp’s resident neurologist, has the following information and advice:
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die.
A stroke is a medical emergency. Early action can minimize brain damage and potential complications.
Symptoms
Watch for these signs and symptoms:
•Trouble with speaking ...

Hospital Manager Margaret Ireland was full of praise for the Arwyp staff following a train accident which occurred at the van Riebeeck Park station on 4 October 2018 at 17h50. More than 300 commuters were injured in some way when the Metrorail train carrying them crashed into a stationary train. Many of those injured were rushed to Arwyp and staff members worked till late into the night to attend to them. Thankfully no fatalities were reported.

Prof. Obedy Mwantembe FASGE, resident gastroenterologist at Arwyp Medical Centre, is excited to be pioneering a new procedure in the country known as Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) using an Overstitch Instrument.
To date, patients who have severe weight challenges have had to have surgery which included incision to perform a bypass or removal of more than half of the stomach. With the advent of the new procedure, this type of patient will now be able to opt for an Endoscopic Sleeve ...

The opening of Arwyp’s new coffee shop located in the main foyer has been exciting for staff members and customers alike. The clean lines and open plan features of the coffee shop make it welcoming for all and within its first week of trade the coffee shop has already seen an increase in foot traffic.
The coffee shop is conveniently located alongside the admissions department at the main entrance and is open to the general public. A carvery, light snacks, take-aways, cakes and beverages a...

Arwyp Medical Centre recently celebrated 32 years in the hospital business in May 2018. From humble beginnings in 1987, occupying only two floors of a high-rise building in the Kempton Park, the hospital now comprises an entire block of buildings in the CBD with over 30 specialist disciplines represented. Over the years many milestones have been achieved at the hospital which has included ground-breaking operations. Arwyp has often led the way procuring and using the latest medical technology. O...

The latest renovations at Arwyp Medical Centre have once again seen the hospital provide customers with exceptional new facilities. Three new departments were proudly unveiled in February 2018. The departments, a high care ward, a neonatal ICU and a maternity wing, are on the fourth floor of the Main and South Wing buildings and are linked via a walkway.
Although it features all the necessary equipment and amenities including a labour ward which doubles up as a theatre for emergency ca...

Arwyp Medical Centre was happy to sponsor the Arwyp Nite Race for the seventh consecutive year. The race was held from Dries Niemand Stadium on 31 January 2018 and took place on the roads outside the stadium. As in previous years, the race was organized and hosted by the Kempton Road Runners. Some rain had been predicted but the weather surprised everyone by being perfect with cool, clear skies – just right for a great evening run.
There was a lively atmosphere at the stadium for the wh...

At the end of November 2017 Arwyp Medical Centre unveiled its impressively renovated reception area on the ground floor of the main building of the hospital.
The renovation has added a further dimension of ease and convenience to the hospital. The hospital is now entered via a spacious open plan area. This area, which includes the new admissions department, has been designed with comfort and convenience in mind and will make it easier for patients to complete the admissions process. &nbsp...